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Most NFL players do not stay in the league past the age of 27. This means that many do not stay in the league long enough to average a higher salary. Compared to other professional sports players, NFL players make significantly less money per year.

As of 2013, players in the NBA average $5.5 million per year. Major League Baseball players average $3.2 million per year, and NHL players average $2.4 million per year.